# National Media Group’s Bold New Chapter | Johannesburg News

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-07-31T12:20:06+00:00
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## Resource

National Media Group is pulling off a major media reset, acquiring iconic South African titles like The Star, Cape Times, and Daily News, while launching a bold new premium brand, The National. With Mzi Malunga as Chairman and Melanie Peters as CEO, the company is signaling a fresh, ambitious direction — aiming to build a full-spectrum news empire that blends legacy print with digital innovation. The response has been electric, with hundreds of journalists applying to join the team, and the project is set to support 1,500 jobs, including 200 new roles. Existing newspapers will keep publishing uninterrupted, as National Media Group commits to sustaining journalism’s future — honoring the past while powering ahead with tech, talent, and a mission to keep South Africa informed. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c17fd0fd92f8b5a9

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